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6

Bedrooms

2

Bathrooms

2

Space

2,000 sq ft

Property type

cottage

Minimum Stay

2 nights

Overview

Details

cottage

2,000
sq ft

People

6

Bedrooms

2

Bathrooms

2

Minimum Stay

2 nights

Description

The Elm View Cottage

Elm View Cottage is a self catered 2 bedroom getaway. The Cottage is fully fitted with a washer & dryer, fireplace, radiant heat, modern kitchen and 2 baths. The first floor has a master bedroom with full size bed and large closets. The 2nd floor has a full bath, separate kitchenette, a bedroom with a double bed, and a loft area with two twin beds. The cottage is located with a unique view of a giant Dutch Elm tree which has somehow managed to survive the devastating Dutch Elm Disease.

About the property

Free Will Farm

Located on a secluded 100 acre farm established in 1790, the Bunkhouse and Elm View Cottage at Free Will Farm are fully appointed, cozy, self catered units in the Dartmouth/Lake Sunapee region of Vermont & New Hampshire's 'Upper Valley'. Wake to the sound of a rooster crowing, enjoy farm fresh eggs for breakfast and then relax poolside. Year round seasonal attractions for young and old abound. Join our friendly country community at the many fairs, farmers' markets, festivals, band concerts and cultural events. Nearby Lake Sunapee State Park (10 minutes) offers summer lake activities, hiking, and winter skiing. Additional regional choices for skiing, hiking, bird watching, fly fishing, golf, tennis, theatre, dining, concerts, museums, flea markets (boot sales), antique shops & auctions are all within minutes. Enjoy America's heritage with a trip to Boston (under 2 hrs)! Experience rural New England landscapes on your drive to nearby major tax-free discount shopping outlets. Your holiday choices are all here for you to enjoy.

Owner

Paul and Cathryn

Member since:
2008

Speaks
English

Response time:

Within a day

Response rate:

90%

Calendar last updated:

18 May, 2018

Available Rentals

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Notes

Friday & Saturday are weekend nightly rate $165. Sunday - Thursday are charged at the weekday nightly rate of $150. *Normal check in time is 3:00pm. Normal check out time is 11:00am. *Flexible check in and check out times are usually available. Call for check in or out time details prior to arrival. There is an additional 9% NH State Rooms Tax. Above rates are for double occupancy. Additional guests over 18 years add $25 per night. Weekend rates apply to holiday periods.

Facilities

Accommodation and facilities for The Elm View Cottagein Newport in Croydon

Our 'International Barn' adjacent to the Bunk House is available for additional overflow living space and is great for young or old guest relaxation. Check your bird list, browse the library, or recall the day's adventures in screened comfort. The kids might want to spend the night in the barn! No additional charge!

Reviews

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average rating of 5.0 based on 12 reviews

Jerrilyn R.

Massachusetts

5

Beautiful tranquil setting in Newport NH.

We had a wonderful weekend at Free Will Farm with our two sons. Skiing at Mt. Sunapee during the day, and relaxing by the warm fireplace at night was a treat. Loved the country setting and the cottage had all the amenities we required. Paul and Cathryn are wonderful. We enjoyed the fresh eggs and bread as well. Amazing Stay!

Couldn't have been better!

Just spent two nights at the free will farm and already thinking when we can go back. The owners are so nice and helpful. You're greeted with homemade bread and farm fresh eggs that are delicious. The house is very clean and has everything you need. Waking up with a view of roosters, ducks and cattle is something truly special and their two dogs couldn't be cuter. Highly recommend!

Beautiful Property in a Wonderful Place

Our group rented both the bunk house and Elm View Cottage at Free Will Farm and it accommodated our group of 8 adults, 2 children and our dog perfectly. We went up for a long ski weekend and even though the conditions on the mountain were less than ideal, our lodging was perfect.

The hot tub was perfect for our sore muscles, the kids loved the animals and the bench on the hill that faces almost directly west was perfect for a beautiful sunset over the mountains and then gazing up at the endless amount of stars.

The owners live on the property and provided both the bunk house and the cottage with a dozen fresh eggs and loaf of fresh bread when we arrived. They were perfect hosts, giving us an orientation to the property when we first arrived and available if we needed anything but gave us plenty of space to do our own thing. Both locations were stocked well with anything we needed. We were able to get some local meats from a farm store not far away and use the grill to cook them up.

Overall it was a wonderful trip at a wonderful location. This is a special property that I would recommend to anyone and while we were getting ready to go we were told that they will be having baby lambs in the spring that we'd have to come back to visit. We may just have to take up this offer as I feel this is the type of property that has something different to offer each season and I'd love to experience each season there.

Absolutely amazing!

My husband and I enjoyed a wonderful anniversary weekend at Free Will Farm in the Elm View Cottage. The farm is a gorgeous picturesque landscape and the owners encourage you to go explore and meet all the animals. Paul and Cathryn are extremely accommodating and have thought of everything when it comes to what you may need for your stay.

The fridge was stocked with breakfast goodies including fresh eggs, there are a ton of pots and pans, utensils etc to cook with.

The living room is cozy with a gas fireplace that puts out a lot of heat and comfy couches and chairs to snuggle up in and watch a movie.

The bedroom and bath are adorable and overflowing with amenities. The bed itself was extremely comfortable and we had a beautiful night's rest.

The highlight for me was the back patio that featured a jetted hot tub. It was incredibly relaxing to jump in the hot tub on both nights after a long day of exploring the surrounding area. All in all this was the rustic and romantic getaway we needed and wanted and we will definitely be coming back.

Review Submitted: 19-Oct-2016

Date of Stay: September 2016

Source: HomeAway

Owner's Response: Thank you so much for your kind words and appreciation of Free Will Farm. You were delightful guests and we hope to see you again!

Wonderful Family Week

My wife, 5 year old son, and dog got to spend a week here at the beginning of the summer. It was a perfect week for us. The cottage was very comfortable and stayed nice and cool during the hot days. The pool was magnificent. Owners were welcoming, kind, and very helpful in orientating us to the area. We hiked nearby trails, made a trip up to Dartmouth and enjoyed being on the farm. Our son loved the animals, making S'mores in the evening, and chasing fireflies in the evening. I enjoyed taking our dog for early morning walks along the nearby rail trail by the river. We had a very relaxing week and hope to stay here again if we have similar plans next summer. Thank you.

Review Submitted: 10-Aug-2016

Date of Stay: June 2016

Source: HomeAway

Owner's Response: Thank you for your kind words & great review. We feel that we have a very special place that is meant to be shared with guests like you! We hope to meet again.

Relaxing Farm Experience

As a family with young children, this setting was the perfect place to unwind & unplug for a few days! The kids loved the animals (pygmy goats, rabbit, donkey, horse, chickens...) and a screened in barn stocked with toys, books & games. The in-ground pool was huge and very clean and the diving board was a big bonus. I really loved how calm and quiet the whole property was and how interesting it was to explore property. The bunk house kitchen was completely stocked with all the pots & pans and spices needed for cooking and a dishwasher and laundry was a luxury as well. The owners left us butter & english muffins, juice, bananas, ice cream... it was really thoughtful. They were very kind and helpful, thoughtful and easy to chat with. We felt very welcome. I would definitely return and have already suggested it to friends. The town and surrounding area had some decent playgrounds and icecream shops but was pretty quiet otherwise. There was a Shaws within a few miles. Loved it!

Newport, New Hampshire (chartered 1761) is situated in the 'Upper Valley of the Connecticut River watershed, a natural border for two northern New England states, Vermont & New Hampshire. Both provide numerous tourist & adventure attractions for visitors. Nearby (12mi) Lake Sunapee & Mt Sunapee State Park provide summer and winter recreation for all ages. Pillsbury State Park (18mi) is a hidden gem with great wildlife viewing and wonderful exploring via paddle or foot. Across the Connecticut River are other ski/hiking destinations, Mt. Ascutney and Okemo Mountain. The Augustus St. Gauden's National Park in nearby Cornish, NH is an easy drive and was the home to one of America's premier sculptors. Head up the motorway to the town of Hanover & Dartmouth College, home of The Hopkins Center for the Performing Arts. Also in nearby Vermont is Woodstock, with great shopping, dining and tourist attractions, as well as the Marsh Billings Farm Museum and National Park. Nearby Quechee is home to the Vermont Raptor Center and Simon Pierce Glass Blowing Factory. Make Free Will Farm your base for holiday fun & relaxation.